House of
Representatives
SB 1345
liquor licenses; synthetic cannabinoids; prohibition
Sponsors: Senators Shooter, Burges, Pierce, et al.
Overview
SB 1345 clarifies that dangerous drug has the same meaning as prescribed in Title 13, Section 3401 of the Arizona Criminal Code.
History
The Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control (Department) licenses, investigates and regulates the production, distribution and sale of alcoholic beverages in the state of Arizona. Arizona Revised Statutes (A.R.S.) § 4-244 outlines the prohibited, unlawful acts relating to liquor licenses and prohibits a licensee of a liquor establishment (Licensee) or employee of the Licensee (Employee) to knowingly permit the unlawful possession, use, sale or offer of narcotics, dangerous drugs or marijuana on the licensed business premises. A.R.S. § 13-3401 defines a dangerous drug as any material, compound, mixture or preparation that contains anabolic steroids, hallucinogenic substances, stimulants or depressants with potential for abuse and effect on the central nervous system.
Synthetic cannabinoids are chemically engineered substances similar to THC, the active ingredient in marijuana. Initially developed for research related to the treatment of pain and the effects of cannabis on the brain, synthetic cannabinoids are increasingly marketed as a popular alternative to marijuana. Known on the market as “K2” or “spice,” synthetic cannabinoids are sprayed onto a mixture of herbs and spices. The mixture is currently sold in head shops, tobacco shops, various retail outlets and over the internet.
Provisions
· Clarifies that dangerous drug has the same meaning as prescribed in the Criminal Code.
· Makes technical corrections.
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Fifty-first Legislature
First Regular Session 2 March 8, 2013
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